IR Tech

Interventional Radiology Technologist

Setting: Hospital supporting the IR dept. only

Location: BSW Medical Center Plano

Shift: FT days 4/10 hr. shifts Mon-Fri with a rotating day off each week - 7:00-7:30

On-Call: Approx. 6-8 shifts per month Call shifts are M-F 5:30-7:00 and Sat/Sun 7:00 A-7:00P

Requirements: Min of 2 years stroke and body IR experience required. Experience with neuro preferred but willing to train

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Interventional Radiology Technologist, under a Radiologist's supervision, performs interventional radiology procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients. These procedures are requested by a physician or licensed provider for diagnosing disease and injury, following established protocols.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Performs high-quality IR procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.
• Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to identify service needs. Ensures the correct exam is performed on the correct patient. Establishes rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their families about the test to be performed. Assesses the patient's ability to tolerate the exam.
• Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient and adjusting immobilization devices. Moves equipment into position and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by following safety, infection-control, drug, and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures. Maintains hand hygiene requirements.
• Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure equipment operates well. Reports issues to management or the appropriate department. Assists in maintaining the supplies inventory.
• Ensures people are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
• Obtain, verify, and maintain all relevant documentation. This includes requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, shielding precautions, consent forms, and policies.
• Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.

Key Success Factors

• Able to perform high quality IR procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
• Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
• Able to provide services quickly, accurately, and cost-effectively. Services follow established System and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.
• Able to perform tasks autonomously without need for routine oversight.
• Able to stay calm and helpful, even during stressful times. Take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.
• Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.
• Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times and providing courteous, professional service. Review patient satisfaction scores and develop action plans when needed.
• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education, and skills for appropriate care of these age groups: newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult, and geriatric.
• Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
• Able to take call, if required.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

• ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R): ARRT-Radiography (ARRT-R) is required.
• Min of 2 years stroke and body IR experience required. Experience with neuro preferred but willing to train
• Must be certified in one of the following within two years of hire: ARRT-CI Cardiac-Interventional (ARRT-CI), ARRT-CV Cardiovasc-Inter Rad (ARRT-CV), or ARRT-VI Interventional Rad (ARRT-VI).
• ARRT Cardiac Interventional Radiography (ARRT-CI) or
• ARRT Interventional Radiography (ARRT-VI)
• ARRT Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (ARRT-CV).